Posts about the Wicoff House Museum Collections.
The First Presbyterian Church of Plainsboro
The origin of the First Presbyterian Church of Plainsboro is considered to be on November 17, 1879, with the laying of a
Exhibit Highlight – Young American Painting Book & Crayons
This children’s painting book and crayon set (circa 1920) were owned by Harry J. Sohl. who was born in Plainsboro in 1908.
Children’s Toys and Games of the Early 20th Century
Now that our new temporary exhibit "The School That Started a Town" is open, we'd like to share a glimpse into a
Collection Spotlight – Wicoff Hitching Post
Wicoff Hitching Post Hitching posts were heavily in use in the 1800s and early 1900s. The Wicoff family, like most people during
Collection Spotlight – 1923 Industrial Arts Desk
Chautauqua Industrial Arts Desk - Cardinal Model, manufactured in 1923 by Louis E. Meyers & Co. Donated to the Wicoff House by
Business Spotlight – Lapidus Market
In 1941, Sol and Ray Lapidus, formerly of Brooklyn, opened the first “Mom and Pop” grocery store in Plainsboro - Lapidus Market.
Princeton University’s Hovercraft Prototype
During the late 1950s, a worldwide burst of energy poured forth in experimental Ground Effect Machines (GEMs) and Surface Effects Ships (SES).
Junior Historians Club
The Junior Historians Club meets weekly, on Saturdays from 2 - 4 pm, during the fall and spring. Kids learn about historic
John V. B. Wicoff School Ceremony
John V. B. Wicoff School Ceremony Since schools are starting again in a few days, let’s continue exploring the history of Plainsboro’s
Plainsboro’s Four Room School House
Plainsboro's Four Room School House In honor of school starting in a few days, let’s continue exploring the history of Plainsboro’s schools.
